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a mixed kid from hawaii born to a single mom is not likely to become president of the united states. but in america it can happen because of education. because somebody gave me opportunity. >> a new poll shows the president is gaining support in colorado. the first poll since the democratic national convention gives the president a five- point lead. >>> up next the big apple officially bans sugary drinks, but the controversial decision may end up before a judge. >> also ahead. >> reporter: when a virginia woman walked into this business, she didn't realize quite what she had in her hands. i'm beth parker. it turns out to be a painting by one of the world's most famous artists. [ male announcer ] for the dreamers... and those well grounded. for what's around this corner... and the next. there's cash flow options from pnc. solutions to help businesses like yours accelerate receivables, manage payments, and help ensure access to credit. because we know how important cash flow is to reaching your goals. pnc bank. for the achiever in you. a >>> this is fox 5 news at 10:00. >>> it's offici
a mixed kid from hawaii born to a single mom is not likely to become president of the united states. but in america it can happen because of education. because somebody gave me opportunity. >> a new poll shows the president is gaining support in colorado. the first poll since the democratic national convention gives the president a five- point lead. >>> up next the big apple officially bans sugary drinks, but the controversial decision may end up before a judge. >> also...
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according to a new survey, the united states is ranked 7th in a list of the world's most competitive economies. last year, we were number five. concerns over our fiscal issues, one of the main reasons for that drop. meanwhile, another drop in interest rates wasn't enough to get more people into the housing market. mortgage applications falling for the fifth straight week. this coming with mortgage rates still near record low levels. >> and ahead of friday's job report, one company is cutting jobs. cosmetics company, revlon slashing 5% of its work force. and another week, another round of recalls. this time from ford. the auto maker putting the brakes on more than 7,000 of its new escape suv's. the problem, leaking in the coolant system that can cause fires. that's not a good thing. and that's business. i'm dennis neil. s where in season right now. shh's no no no no no no.. rosco ..no, no, no... ♪ opera love it. (crying) ally, ally oh, same dress yeah, you want to get up off the floor? i do. okay. vo: from the new to the hard-to-find: when it's on your mind it's on eba
according to a new survey, the united states is ranked 7th in a list of the world's most competitive economies. last year, we were number five. concerns over our fiscal issues, one of the main reasons for that drop. meanwhile, another drop in interest rates wasn't enough to get more people into the housing market. mortgage applications falling for the fifth straight week. this coming with mortgage rates still near record low levels. >> and ahead of friday's job report, one company is...
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luigi set off to ride his bike across the united states. he has leukemia and just finished a round of chemotherapy. he rode through ohio and on to chicago, passed stunning views in montana. in just 35 days, he made it across the canadian border and on to vancouver. >> i think i told you when i left, i didn't know whether i was able to, you know, finish one day, let alone the whole ride. i'm here in vancouver with more than 3,000 miles and just, really happy. >> along the way, he blogged and raised money for the leukemia and lymphoma society. >> thank you so much for the support. keep them coming. >> and they did. he wanted to raise $10,000. he raised $25,000 and he didn't just raise money, he raised hope. >> by luigi being able to go out there and do this and say you're not in this alone is really inspirational. >> so many times i thought, let's find an excuse here, because with everybody following me here, i cannot say i'm sorry, i quit. >> he drew strength from friends and family. even from strangers. >> he leaves you with a lot of joy. i
luigi set off to ride his bike across the united states. he has leukemia and just finished a round of chemotherapy. he rode through ohio and on to chicago, passed stunning views in montana. in just 35 days, he made it across the canadian border and on to vancouver. >> i think i told you when i left, i didn't know whether i was able to, you know, finish one day, let alone the whole ride. i'm here in vancouver with more than 3,000 miles and just, really happy. >> along the way, he...
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a state department information officer shaun smith also died. >> the united states condemns in the strongest terms this outrageous and shocking attack. we're working with the libyan government to secure our diplomats and i've directed my administration to increase our security at diplomatic posts around the world. >> a team of 50 marines is said to be headed to the libyan capital. >> this incident is tragic. is it a tragedy. we condemn it. we will -- it is a tragedy. we condemn it. we will do everything possible to protect the american people. >> ambassador stevens was a 52- year-old former peace corps volunteer and veteran diplomat. shaun smith was an air force veteran and a married father of two young children. >> let us never ever forget that our freedom is only sustained because our people who are willing to fight for it, to stand up for it and in some cases lay down their lives for it. >> tonight u.s. officials are confirming the pentagon is positioning two warships off the libyan coast. president obama promising to work with the libyan government to bring the killers to justice. >> bob
a state department information officer shaun smith also died. >> the united states condemns in the strongest terms this outrageous and shocking attack. we're working with the libyan government to secure our diplomats and i've directed my administration to increase our security at diplomatic posts around the world. >> a team of 50 marines is said to be headed to the libyan capital. >> this incident is tragic. is it a tragedy. we condemn it. we will -- it is a tragedy. we...
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. >> i accept your nominates for president of the united states -- nomination for president of the united states. >> reporter: friday before leaving florida romney greeted supporters at a sendoff rally. >> the convtion was a magnificent and wonderful opportunity for us to share our message with the american people thanks in large measure to the folks here in florida and now we really do need you to get out there and get your friends to vote. >> rorter: the president meanwhile headed to el paso, texas, to speak to troops in what was billed as a noncampaign event to highlight the second anniversary of his decision to end u.s. combat in iraq. >> at the time i know some folks didn't believe me. they were skeptical. some thought the end of combat was just war games and semantics, but i meant what i said. >> reporter: but the vice presidential candidates were also in action. in richmond republican candidate paul ryan appeared with house gop leader eric cantor of virginia. >> i don't want to bore you by saying the same thing over again, but it bears repeating. if we stay on the same path, we'll
. >> i accept your nominates for president of the united states -- nomination for president of the united states. >> reporter: friday before leaving florida romney greeted supporters at a sendoff rally. >> the convtion was a magnificent and wonderful opportunity for us to share our message with the american people thanks in large measure to the folks here in florida and now we really do need you to get out there and get your friends to vote. >> rorter: the president...
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michelle obama, the first lady of the united states, is coming up in a little while. >> we know you'll have much more on that later. >>> republican vice presidential candidate paul ryan stopped in two key battleground state today, first ohio then iowa driving home his point about the national debt which now tops $16 trillion. >> this is a serious threat to our economy. of all the broken promises from president obama, this is probably the worst one because this debt is threatening jobs today. it's threatening prosperity today and it is guaranteeing that our children and grandchildren get a diminished future. >> that was paul ryan pushing the gop theme of whether voters are better off today than four years ago. his running mate mitt romney was in vermont preparing for the upcoming presidential debate. >>> the feds claim the new osama bin laden book that hits store shelves today contains classified information. what's next for the navy seal author? we dive into the developing controversy. >> plus you saw this video first on fox 5. investigators say it proves a prince george's county polic
michelle obama, the first lady of the united states, is coming up in a little while. >> we know you'll have much more on that later. >>> republican vice presidential candidate paul ryan stopped in two key battleground state today, first ohio then iowa driving home his point about the national debt which now tops $16 trillion. >> this is a serious threat to our economy. of all the broken promises from president obama, this is probably the worst one because this debt is...
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we can gut education or we can decide that in the united states of america no child should have her dreams deferred because of a crowded classroom or a crumbling school. no family should have to set aside a college acceptance letter because they don't have the money. no company should have to look for workers overseas because they couldn't find any with the right skills here at home. that's not our future. s not our futu [ cheering and applause ] >> that is not our future. [ cheering and applause ] >> a government has a role in this, but teachers must inspire. principals must lead. parents must instill a thirst for learning and students, you got to do the work. to do the work. and together i promise you we can outeducate and outcompete any nation on earth. on earth. so help me. help me recruit 100,000 math and science teachers within 10 years and improve early childhood education. help give 2 million workers the chance to learn skills that their community college -- at their community college that will lead directly to a job. help us work with colleges and universities to cut in half the g
we can gut education or we can decide that in the united states of america no child should have her dreams deferred because of a crowded classroom or a crumbling school. no family should have to set aside a college acceptance letter because they don't have the money. no company should have to look for workers overseas because they couldn't find any with the right skills here at home. that's not our future. s not our futu [ cheering and applause ] >> that is not our future. [ cheering and...